Jakarta (B2B) - President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono said on Monday that many state officials could be charged with corruption even though they had not intended to commit corruption.

President said the “unclear distinction” between bureaucratic dos and don’ts could make officials hesitant in making immediate decisions or lead to them being charged with corruption.

“Sometimes we need to make a quick policy, but the lack of knowledge about corruption can lead to officials making a decision that can be considered in violation of the Corruption Law. This kind of official does not have the intention to commit corruption. The state must protect them,” the President said.

The reasoning on corruption and officials was mentioned in Yudhoyono’s speech during the commemoration of the International Anti-Corruption Day at the State Palace, Monday (10/12).